In Ukraine, persons with disabilities have the right to postpone the draft, and this rule remains valid even in wartime. However, there are specific situations in which the mobilization of persons with disabilities can become a reality. Let's figure out when exactly this is possible.
Can people with disabilities be mobilized?
The mobilization of persons with disabilities in Ukraine, regardless of the group, is generally prohibited. The law clearly defines that, if the disability is confirmed by relevant medical reports and a deferral has been issued, such persons cannot be drafted into the army.
But there is an important clarification: the mobilization of persons with disabilities of the 3rd group is possible under the conditions, if this person voluntarily signed a contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In addition, her illness should not be so serious as to limit the ability to perform duties at the service.
Thus, the only way for a disabled person to enter the army is to become a contract worker, where his diagnosis will be recognized as compatible with military service.
Is it necessary to go to the military commissariat with a disability?
If the disability was established after February 24, 2022, citizens must undergo a re-examination and confirm their diagnosis. However, there are exceptions. If the disability was obtained as a result of:
- absence of a foot, hand, limb or paired organ;
- changes in the disability group;
- serious mental illnesses, cerebral palsy, oncology or intellectual disabilities;
- military service;
then confirmation of the diagnosis, as a rule, is not required. Also, it is not necessary to undergo re-commissioning for disabled persons of group 1, since this group is assigned for serious diseases that are difficult to fake.
When is the mobilization of a disabled person possible?
It should be noted that the mobilization of persons with disabilities is prohibited, however, there are two situations when such a person can go to the front:
- Unregistered postponement . Disability does not automatically grant deferment from service. Men with disabilities must submit documents to the territorial recruitment center (TCC) or register through the Reserve+ application. If they ignore this process and do not get an official deferment, they can end up in the army.
- Unconfirmed disability . After the liquidation of MSEK and the introduction of medical expert groups, a situation is possible when medical specialists do not recognize disability during the review. In this case, the person falls into the category of conscripts.
Therefore, even if a person has a disability, he must follow all procedures to avoid mobilization. Lack of documents, proof of disability or postponement can lead to unexpected conscription.
